Job summary
We are looking to appoint a Locum Consultant Radiologist with a special interest in breast imaging to cover maternity leave. The job plan will include breast image reporting, localisations, ultrasound and biopsies, breast MRI and some cross sectional imaging sessions at RSCH.
The Royal Surrey is a leading modern general hospital and specialist tertiary centre for cancer. Our vision for the future is to continue to develop both as a modern hospital and as a cancer centre. Our focus is to deliver the best possible care for our patients, with excellent treatment and outcomes and be the employer of choice.
We have the GE LOGIQ E9 ultrasound machine and two Hologic Tomosynthesis with stereotactic biopsy.
We are committed to clinical excellence, providing efficient and effective services in a patient focused environment. Radiologists, Radiographers, Advanced Practitioners, Nurses and Clerical Staff work together to provide a first class multidisciplinary team approach to healthcare.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to support the breast imaging service with a variety of tasks including film reading, biopsies, localisations and ultrasound. The post will include general cross sectional imaging at The Royal Surrey County. You may be required to take an active part in the teaching of junior medical staff, radiographers, medical students and nursing staff.
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognizing that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
We have received an overall Good rating from the CQC with Medical care (including older peoples care), End of Life Care and Maternity services being deemed Outstanding by the CQC.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
A video about the Royal Surrey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5HsiGn9joTQ
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
- Works in accordance with Ionising Radiations (Medical Equipment) Regulations 2000 observing Radiation Standard OperatingProcedures, Trust policies, Departmental Protocols and Local Rules.
- The appointee will be expected to take a significant role in the provision of breast imaging including MRI reporting and breast interventional procedures.
- Other fixed duties will include regular attendance and participation in the breast MDT meetings.
- The provision of general cross sectional imaging sessions will be part of the job requirement.
- In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to ensure that the requirements of clinical governance are met.
- To ensure that there are adequate arrangements for hospital staff involved in the care of your patients to be able to contact you when necessary.
- Junior Medical Staff:
- In conjunction with colleagues, to play a full part in the professional supervision and management of junior medical staff.
- In conjunction with colleagues, to take responsibility for and devote time to teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required for junior medical staff.
- Management & Service Development:
- In conjunction with management and clinical colleagues, to take an active role in the management of the Business Unit.
- In conjunction with management and clinical colleagues, to play a full part in developing & implementing new ways of working in linewith modernisation principles and fit for the future.
- In conjunction with clinical colleagues to take responsibility for the best use of departmental staffing and other resources toensure the maximum efficiency.
- To observe the Trusts agreed policies and procedures, in particular in relation to managing staff, and to follow the Trusts Standing Orders and Standing Financial Instructions
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
- Works in accordance with Ionising Radiations (Medical Equipment) Regulations 2000 observing Radiation Standard OperatingProcedures, Trust policies, Departmental Protocols and Local Rules.
- The appointee will be expected to take a significant role in the provision of breast imaging including MRI reporting and breast interventional procedures.
- Other fixed duties will include regular attendance and participation in the breast MDT meetings.
- The provision of general cross sectional imaging sessions will be part of the job requirement.
- In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to ensure that the requirements of clinical governance are met.
- To ensure that there are adequate arrangements for hospital staff involved in the care of your patients to be able to contact you when necessary.
- Junior Medical Staff:
- In conjunction with colleagues, to play a full part in the professional supervision and management of junior medical staff.
- In conjunction with colleagues, to take responsibility for and devote time to teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required for junior medical staff.
- Management & Service Development:
- In conjunction with management and clinical colleagues, to take an active role in the management of the Business Unit.
- In conjunction with management and clinical colleagues, to play a full part in developing & implementing new ways of working in linewith modernisation principles and fit for the future.
- In conjunction with clinical colleagues to take responsibility for the best use of departmental staffing and other resources toensure the maximum efficiency.
- To observe the Trusts agreed policies and procedures, in particular in relation to managing staff, and to follow the Trusts Standing Orders and Standing Financial Instructions
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration and a license to practice with the GMC
- Completion of FRCR or equivalent
- Knowledge of legislation relating to radiology e.g. IR(ME)R 2000
Desirable
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for Radiology (or relevant specialty) via: oCCT (CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview date) oCESR or oEuropean Community Rights
- Teaching/Education Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in working within a filmless PACS environment
- Experience in Ultrasound scanning
- Experience, knowledge and skills of all aspects of General Radiology including CT,MRI and Ultrasound
- Able to evaluate own radiological practice
Research
Essential
Skills & Capabilities
Essential
- Management, Leadership and Initiative skills
- Effective communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration and a license to practice with the GMC
- Completion of FRCR or equivalent
- Knowledge of legislation relating to radiology e.g. IR(ME)R 2000
Desirable
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for Radiology (or relevant specialty) via: oCCT (CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview date) oCESR or oEuropean Community Rights
- Teaching/Education Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in working within a filmless PACS environment
- Experience in Ultrasound scanning
- Experience, knowledge and skills of all aspects of General Radiology including CT,MRI and Ultrasound
- Able to evaluate own radiological practice
Research
Essential
Skills & Capabilities
Essential
- Management, Leadership and Initiative skills
- Effective communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
